{"id":56795,"date":"2024-02-01T12:18:57","date_gmt":"2024-02-01T17:18:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogarchive.utc.edu\/news\/?p=56795"},"modified":"2024-02-11T20:50:29","modified_gmt":"2024-02-12T01:50:29","slug":"heroes-of-utc-snow-days-when-the-call-went-out-for-help-people-responded","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogarchive.utc.edu\/news\/2024\/02\/heroes-of-utc-snow-days-when-the-call-went-out-for-help-people-responded\/","title":{"rendered":"Heroes of UTC snow days: \u201cWhen the call went out for help, people responded\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"

On Monday, Jan. 15, a rare, thin blanket of snow fell on the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga campus.<\/p>\n

\"Chamberlain

Chamberlain Field, Jan. 15, 2024<\/p><\/div>\n

While UTC only got a light dusting, some areas in the Chattanooga region received up to six inches of snow, leaving campus closed until Thursday, Jan. 18.<\/p>\n

The winter weather provided a few fun snow days for students, but many staff members worked behind the scenes to keep campus running and students safe.<\/p>\n

Over the three days, below-zero temperatures across the region resulted in icy roads and sidewalks.<\/p>\n

UTC Director of Safety and Risk Management Bob Jackson was one of those stranded in his home during the winter weather. He coordinated with numerous other facilities on campus, providing resources to help them assist others.<\/p>\n

Jackson noted many of those people on campus went above and beyond, recalling that he was involved in many \u201call-hands-on-deck conversations.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cPeople had to be doing physical things in 10-degree weather, five-degree weather, which is crazy,\u201d Jackson said, \u201cbut when the call went out for help, people responded.\u201d<\/p>\n

Here are a few who braved the snow and ice and kept UTC running for the students who live on campus.<\/p>\n

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Cpl. Gassim Abazid<\/p><\/div>\n

Cpl. Gassim Abazid<\/h4>\n

As a UTC police officer, Cpl. Gassim Abazid has many responsibilities to keep everyone safe. With winter weather and the campus closed, he had additional duties in case someone slipped on ice, pipes burst from the freezing temperatures or a car got stuck. With limited faculty and staff around, he felt that his presence on campus was particularly vital.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s something I don\u2019t take lightly,\u201d he said. \u201cI take it very seriously because I want to make sure everybody gets the service if they need it. Of course, I\u2019ll be there if anybody gets in an accident or can\u2019t start their car.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was making sure everybody around the area was slowing down because a lot of students were walking to the ARC (Aquatic and Recreation Center) or going out to play in the snow. We wanted them to enjoy that.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Meghan Roberson<\/h4>\n
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Meghan Roberson<\/p><\/div>\n

Meghan Roberson, resident director of Boling Apartments, was the RD on call Jan. 15-19. Like all RDs on campus, Roberson lives within her community.<\/p>\n

\u201cDuring this time, I received calls from different complexes and responded as necessary,\u201d she explained. \u201cOnce the frozen temperatures hit, we went to by-complex on-call. During that time, each RD was responsible for their complex.<\/p>\n

\u201cI live on North Campus, and I was helping cover a complex on South Campus. It was important I was on campus to be present to respond to things.\u201d<\/p>\n

When the University announced that the campus would reopen, Roberson checked to ensure the outdoor areas were safe.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere were several ice spots in areas where the sun did not hit, especially around the gutter pipes and downspouts. These areas included walkways around the campus and stairwells students had to use. I went around and salted these areas in hopes to help the ice melt. I wanted to make sure the students in my community felt comfortable and safe walking to and from class and their rooms.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Adam Groves<\/h4>\n
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Adam Groves<\/p><\/div>\n

Adam Groves, the assistant ground supervisor in Facilities, Planning and Management at UTC, ensures the maintenance of a safe and well-kept environment for the UTC community.<\/p>\n

To keep everyone informed and prepared, Groves said the leadership team and administration maintained open communication with the grounds people regarding the weather changes. Along with his team, Groves performed tasks such as salting the paths, clearing ice and addressing whatever situations arose promptly and efficiently.<\/p>\n

\u201cKnowing we impact the students and the community makes me feel great,\u201d Groves said. \u201cWe are passionate about this; it\u2019s like our home and our family. It is our pleasure helping make (campus) life happen. This is what we love to do and we have a solid core group of guys who are dedicated and passionate about keeping UTC functional and beautiful.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\"Cedric

Cedric Baldwin, left, and Brian Freeman<\/p><\/div>\n

Brian Freeman and Cedric Baldwin<\/h4>\n

Brian Freeman, a sous-chef and 14-year Aramark employee, and prep cook Cedric Baldwin work in the Mongolian section at Crossroads dining hall.<\/p>\n

On a typical day, they work on preparing and serving meals to students.<\/p>\n

The snow days, however, were anything but typical. While other on-campus food facilities were closed, Crossroads remained open to students.<\/p>\n

Andrew Brown, Aramark’s regional district manager, commended Freeman and Baldwin for braving the elements to be at work.<\/p>\n

\u201cI know that even though classes were canceled, students were still in dormitories and that meal card was still active,\u201d Freeman said. \u201cSo it\u2019s a commitment to still provide those meals on campus, especially Crossroads. It was critical that this remained open.\u201d<\/p>\n

Baldwin, though, did not feel that he did anything out of the ordinary. He was supposed to be there for work.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe pretty much stick with what the chef tells us,\u201d he said, \u201cand what we were expected to do.\u201d<\/p>\n

Learn More<\/h4>\n

Visit UTC<\/a><\/p>\n

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow<\/a><\/p>\n

How to apply<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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